12 players could miss PSG vs Arsenal Champions League tie as fresh triple injury blow confirmed

12 players could miss PSG vs Arsenal Champions League tie as fresh triple injury blow confirmed

 

The highly anticipated Champions League quarter-final clash between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Arsenal is just around the corner, but both teams could be severely depleted due to injuries. A fresh triple injury blow has been confirmed, taking the total number of potential absentees to 12 players —a major concern for managers Luis Enrique and Mikel Arteta.

 

PSG’s Growing Injury Concerns

PSG, already dealing with key absences, has suffered another setback. The latest reports confirm that:

 

1. Presnel Kimpembe – The French defender is still recovering from a long-term Achilles injury and is unlikely to feature.

2. Sergio Rico – The goalkeeper remains sidelined following his serious head injury last year.

3. Layvin Kurzawa – The left-back is struggling with a back issue and is doubtful for the fixture.

 

These new concerns add to PSG’s existing injury list, which includes:

– Marquinhos (hamstring strain – race against time)

– Manuel Ugarte (knock – late fitness test)

– Marco Asensio (muscle injury – unlikely to recover in time)

 

If all six players miss out, PSG’s defensive and midfield options will be severely limited.

 

Arsenal’s Injury Woes Deepen

Arsenal, meanwhile, has also been hit with fresh setbacks ahead of the trip to Paris. The latest casualties include:

 

1. Bukayo Saka – Picked up a knock in the Premier League clash against Brighton; Arteta admits he’s a doubt.

2. Gabriel Martinelli – Suffered a minor hamstring issue in training; may not be risked.

3. Jurriën Timber – Still not fully match-fit after his ACL recovery.

 

These join Arsenal’s existing doubts:

– Thomas Partey (recurring muscle injury – unlikely to start)

– Oleksandr Zinchenko (calf problem – late assessment)

– Takehiro Tomiyasu (knock – being monitored)

 

Losing Saka and Martinelli would be a massive blow to Arsenal’s attacking threat, while defensive absences could force Arteta into reshuffling his backline.

 

Tactical Implications

With both teams missing key players, the tie could come down to squad depth and tactical adaptability. PSG may have to rely even more heavily on Kylian Mbappé, while Arsenal could see Leandro Trossard and Reiss Nelson step up in attack.

 

Conclusion

Injuries are part of football, but the sheer number of potential absentees could drastically alter the dynamics of this blockbuster clash. Fans will be hoping for positive updates in the coming days, but as things stand, up to 12 players could miss out when PSG and Arsenal face off in the Champions League.

 

Who do you think will cope better with these setbacks? Let us know in the comments!